OPS Laboratory Technician

Classification Title:

OPS Laboratory Technician

Job Description:

This position is located in the Department of Physical Therapy in the College of Public Health and Health Professions. This position provides critical laboratory support for Dr. David Fuller's ( https://pt.phhp.ufl.edu/profile/fuller-david/ ) research facility.

The work will be conducted in a busy research laboratory, working alongside graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. The ability to work well in a team setting is essential.

The position will involve working with laboratory mice and/or rats, in studies of brain and spinal cord neuroplasticity and rehabilitation.

Duties include:

• Histology including tissue cutting and mounting;
• Microscopy;
• Immunohistochemistry;
• Data analyses;
• Assisting with care of laboratory animals;
• Ordering of laboratory supplies;
• Working with University of Florida IACUC and EH&S to ensure laboratory compliance.

Expected Salary:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour; commensurate with education, skills, and experience.

Minimum Requirements:

Associate's degree in an appropriate area of specialization or a high school diploma and two years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with histology and microscopy.
• Experience with small animal surgery.
• Experience working in a research laboratory is essential.
• Students taking a gap year between undergraduate work and professional school are encouraged to apply.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Hours may be flexible within the week but are expected to happen between normal business hours of Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM.

If an accommodation is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 TDD. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Searches are conducted according with Florida's Sunshine Law.

Health Assessment Required:
Yes

Advertised: 26 Aug 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 09 Sep 2024 Eastern Daylight Time